What to do in the case of
difficulties with the unit
Danger
Risk of injury due to accidental
starting of the engine.
Protect yourself from injury.
Before working on the unit:
•
Stop the engine
Problem
Engine fails to start
Loss of power, operation
erratic
Excessive vibration
Belt slips
•
Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete stop
•
Remove spark plug wire to
prevent accidental starting
Problems that arise with the
operation of the unit often result
from simple causes , which you
should be aware of and partly be
Possible cause(s)
Empty fuel tank or stale fuel.
Throttle control lever in wrong
position
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Faulty spark plug.
Unit running on CHOKE
Spark plug wire loose
Stale fuel
Vent in gas cap plugged
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Air filter dirty.
Carburetor not adjusted.
Spindle bent
Ball bearings worn out
Engine attachment loose
Belt worn or stretched
able to resolve yourself. If there is
any doubt, your dealer will be
pleased to provide further
assistance.
For repairs, see your authorized
service dealer.
Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Move throttle control lever to RABBIT / or
CHOKE position (use primer)
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace
Move CHOKE back
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline
Clear vent
Drain fuel tank, refuel. (See engine manual)
Clean air filter. (See engine manual)
Have carburetor adjusted
Have spindle replaced
Have ball bearings replaced
Have engine fixed securely
Adjust or have belt replaced
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Corrective Action
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